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Christmas Hot Cocoa Bar

Christmas Hot Cocoa Bar

DIY hot cocoa station with homemade mix, festive toppings, and warm milk. Interactive holiday cheer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • Dry Cocoa Mix makes ~4 cups / 12–15 servings:
  • 2 cups 200 g unsweetened cocoa
  • 1½ cups 300 g sugar
  • 1 cup 120 g powdered milk
  • ½ cup 50 g powdered creamer
  • 1 tsp salt
  • To Serve 8 cups:
  • 8 cups 1.9 L whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • Toppings choose 8–12:
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Peppermint crunch
  • Chocolate chips
  • Whipped cream
  • Caramel sauce
  • Cinnamon sticks
  • Sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Whisk dry mix; store in jar.
  • Heat milk + 1 cup dry mix + vanilla (stovetop or slow cooker LOW).
  • Whip cream with sugar + flavor; chill.
  • Arrange toppings in jars with labels.
  • Ladle cocoa; let guests customize.

Notes

  • Dry mix = 6 months shelf life.
  • Slow cooker LOW = no scorching.
  • Spiked? Add liqueurs in labeled bottles.
  • Reheat leftovers with a splash milk.
  • Vegan: Plant milk + dairy-free toppings.